NIH MeSH · D001767Phenomena and Processes

Blinking

Also known asReflex, Orbicularis Oculi · Orbicularis Oculi Reflexes · Reflexes, Orbicularis Oculi · Orbicularis Oculi Reflex · Winking · Blink Reflexes · Reflexes, Blink · Reflex, Blink · Blink Reflex · Corneal Reflexes · Reflex, Corneal

Definition

Brief closing of the eyelids by involuntary normal periodic closing, as a protective measure, or by voluntary action.

MeSH classification

  • G11.561.731.127
  • G14.152

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Source: NIH MeSH 2026 (D001767) — National Library of Medicine, public domain. View official MeSH record ↗